This luxe new island hotel is opening soon in one of Asia's top trending destinations

Okinawa – Japan’s tropical archipelago – has been quietly levelling up for years, but 2026 looks set to be its global glow-up. With National Geographic recently naming the region one of the Best Trips to Book in 2026, all eyes are on this sun-drenched corner of the Asia Pacific, and Hilton is arriving right on cue with the opening of Canopy by Hilton Okinawa Miyako Island Resort slated for April 1, 2026.

For hotel enthusiasts (guilty as charged), the launch is a big deal. Not only does it mark Canopy’s first-ever resort in Asia, it’s just the second resort globally for the lifestyle-driven brand, following its newly beloved Seychelles outpost. Known for its design-led urban hotels rooted in local neighbourhoods, Canopy is now translating that same playful, high-design DNA into an island setting – and Miyako Island is a fitting place to do it.

Set in the picturesque Twuriba area, the 306-room resort has been designed as a fully immersive island escape for travellers looking for more than just a pretty beach (though there are plenty of those, if that is what you’re into). According to the team, guests can expect a polished but relaxed atmosphere that blends Okinawan culture with Canopy’s signature boutique sensibility.

The headline feature will be the rooftop pool and bar, offering sweeping views and a social vibe, with an all-day dining restaurant, bar and lounge spotlighting local flavours and global influences. There will also be a spa and fitness centre for wellness seekers, a kids’ club for travelling families, and flexible event spaces that make the resort equally appealing for celebrations or longer stays. Convenience is also pretty key to the hotel’s appeal too – located just 15 to 25 minutes from both Miyako and Shimojishima airports.

With travel to Japan (and Okinawa specifically) on the up and up, Hilton’s new island outpost is on track to be a big hitter in the hotel world this year. You can get in before the rush over here. 

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